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Submitted to Contest #294
Nobody mess with my dinosaurs. I have them set up just the way I want them. Yes, I see you sitting close to where I’m playing, I’m using the mantle and the top of the bookshelf to set my dinosaurs up the way I want them. Don’t touch them. I don’t want you to reach for them, smiling, you want them and they’re mine. You say something. Your two words are “Let’s play” but I don’t want you to take my toys.“NO, STOP!”You understand my words, smile, and leave the room. Ahh, now I can get back to what I was doing. I’ll let you know if I need anythin...
Submitted to Contest #109
The night laundry shift at the hotel was a comfort that I have not been able to replicate. The dryers weren’t started until an hour after I clocked in, but the white noise was always welcomed and eagerly anticipated. I didn’t blot out the monotony, I didn’t try to smooth the routine with music, smoke breaks, or a cell phone. I never watched a movie on the rolling cart or read or did crossword puzzles. I was there every minute of every night, present and productive. I ran the hotel at night alone efficiently both recovering from the day prior...
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